Week Calendar

Name: Hurricane Helene: Sharing and Support
Start: 2025-04-09T13:30:00-04:00
End: 2025-04-09T15:00:00-04:00
Location: Buncombe County Public Libraries

Featured Events

Hurricane Helene: Sharing and Support

Wednesday, April 9, 2025 at 1:30pm - 3:00pm

North Asheville Meeting Room at North Asheville

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Health & Wellness

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Adult

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Library Branch: North Asheville

Room: North Asheville Meeting Room

Age Group: Adult

Program Type: Health & Wellness

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Join trained dialogue facilitator Sue Rose for a welcoming and inclusive space to share and reflect on the impact of recent events in WNC. Whether you’d like to share your thoughts or simply listen, all are welcome.

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Creative Writing Group online

Thursday, April 10, 2025 at 4:00pm - 5:30pm

Leicester Library - Virtual Event at Leicester

Program Type:

Literacy, STEAM/STEM, Story Telling

Age Group:

Adult

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Library Branch: Leicester

Room: Leicester Library - Virtual Event

Age Group: Adult

Program Type: Literacy, STEAM/STEM, Story Telling

Event Details:

Join us for creative writing online! We meet on Zoom for several rounds of writing prompts.

Successful Houseplants

Saturday, April 12, 2025 at 10:30am - 11:30pm

Fairview

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Educational, Health & Wellness, Informational, Nature/Environment

Age Group:

Teen (ages 12-18), Adult

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Library Branch: Fairview

Age Group: Teen (ages 12-18), Adult

Program Type: Educational, Health & Wellness, Informational, Nature/Environment

Event Details:

Do you have challenges keeping your house plants happy and healthy? Are there always a few that just don’t thrive? You’re not alone.

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Office Hours and Drop-in Portraits with artist Paul Choi

Tuesday, April 15, 2025 at 5:00pm - 7:00pm

East Asheville Library Flowstate at East Asheville

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Arts & Crafts, Drop In

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Adult, Family (children of all ages)

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Library Branch: East Asheville

Room: East Asheville Library Flowstate

Age Group: Adult, Family (children of all ages)

Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Drop In

Event Details:

Drop in to talk about the artistic process with Paul Choi, this month's Flowstate Artist in Residence, and have Paul draw your portrait in his singular style!

Will the Real Foster Sondley Please Stand Up?

Tuesday, April 15, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm

Pack Memorial Library Auditorium at Pack Memorial

Program Type:

Local History/Genealogy

Age Group:

Adult

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Library Branch: Pack Memorial

Room: Pack Memorial Library Auditorium

Age Group: Adult

Program Type: Local History/Genealogy

Event Details:

In 1931, lawyer, collector, and historian F.A. Sondley died leaving his massive collection of books, papers, and “brick-a-brac” in the public trust.

But who was Sondley—and why should we still care?

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How to Draw Faces the Paul Choi Way

Tuesday, April 22, 2025 at 3:00pm - 5:00pm

East Asheville Library Flowstate at East Asheville

Program Type:

Arts & Crafts, Classes

Age Group:

Tween (ages 10-12), Teen (ages 12-18), Adult

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Library Branch: East Asheville

Room: East Asheville Library Flowstate

Age Group: Tween (ages 10-12), Teen (ages 12-18), Adult

Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Classes

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Seats Remaining: 7

Event Details:

This is the second of two classes where you can learn to draw faces with April Flowstate artist-in-residence Paul Choi!

Open to anyone ages 10 and up. Space is limited, so please register to attend.

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This event requires registration

Slug and Snail: A Puppet Show

Tuesday, April 22, 2025 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Swannanoa Library- Outdoor Classroom at Swannanoa

Program Type:

Performance, Story Telling

Age Group:

Preschool (ages 3-5), School Age - (grades K-5), Family (children of all ages)

Open

Library Branch: Swannanoa

Room: Swannanoa Library- Outdoor Classroom

Age Group: Preschool (ages 3-5), School Age - (grades K-5), Family (children of all ages)

Program Type: Performance, Story Telling

Required

Seats Remaining: Unlimited

Event Details:

Join us for a charming and uplifting performance, where a Snail and a Slug navigate a big storm together, facing challenges that are at times frightening and at times humorous. Their journey ultimately leads them to a heartfelt friendship.

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This event requires registration

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop offs will not be permitted.

Southern Appalachian Storytelling with Michael Reno Harrell

Saturday, May 24, 2025 at 3:00pm - 4:00pm

Pack Memorial Library Auditorium at Pack Memorial

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Music, Performance, Story Telling

Age Group:

Adult, Family (children of all ages)

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Library Branch: Pack Memorial

Room: Pack Memorial Library Auditorium

Age Group: Adult, Family (children of all ages)

Program Type: Music, Performance, Story Telling

Required

Seats Remaining: 90

Event Details:

Michael Reno Harrell will be telling stories in his signature Southern Appalachian style at the Pack Library. "Easy” is as good an adjective to describe Michael’s style as any.

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All Day	Closing Holiday Closing - Veterans Day All Day Branches: Black Mountain, East Asheville, Enka-Candler, Fairview, Leicester, North Asheville, Oakley/South Asheville, Pack Memorial, South Buncombe/Skyland, Swannanoa, Weaverville, West Asheville Description: Holiday Closing - Veterans Day
10 am		This event is in the "Preschool (ages 3-5)" group. Preschool Story Time 10:30am - 11:00am Preschool (ages 3-5) This event is in the "Preschool (ages 3-5)" group. Library Branch: Black Mountain Room: Black Mountain Meeting Room Age Group: Preschool (ages 3-5) Program Type: Story Time Event Details: A fun and interactive story time designed for children ages 18 months to 3 years.	This event is in the "Baby (ages 4 mos.-18 mos.)" group. Baby Story Time 10:30am - 11:15am Baby (ages 4 mos.-18 mos.) This event is in the "Baby (ages 4 mos.-18 mos.)" group. Library Branch: Black Mountain Room: Black Mountain Meeting Room Age Group: Baby (ages 4 mos.-18 mos.) Program Type: Story Time Event Details: A lively language enrichment story time designed for children ages 4 to 18 months. This event is in the "Toddler (ages 18 mos.-2 yrs.)" group. Toddler Story Time 10:30am - 11:30am Toddler (ages 18 mos.-2 yrs.) This event is in the "Toddler (ages 18 mos.-2 yrs.)" group. Library Branch: Leicester Room: Leicester Meeting Room Age Group: Toddler (ages 18 mos.-2 yrs.) Program Type: Story Time Event Details: A fun and interactive story time designed for children ages 18 months to 3 years.	This event is in the "Family (children of all ages)" group. Hora del Cuento - Bilingual Story Time 10:30am - 11:00am Family (children of all ages) This event is in the "Family (children of all ages)" group. Library Branch: South Buncombe/Skyland Room: South Buncombe/Skyland Meeting Room Age Group: Family (children of all ages) Program Type: Story Time Event Details: Books, rhymes, and songs in Spanish and in English designed for the whole family.	This event is in the "Toddler (ages 18 mos.-2 yrs.)" group. This event is in the "Preschool (ages 3-5)" group. This event is in the "School Age - (grades K-5)" group. This event is in the "Family (children of all ages)" group. Family Story Time 10:30am - 11:00am Toddler (ages 18 mos.-2 yrs.), Preschool (ages 3-5), School Age - (grades K-5), Family (children of all ages) This event is in the "Toddler (ages 18 mos.-2 yrs.)" group. This event is in the "Preschool (ages 3-5)" group. This event is in the "School Age - (grades K-5)" group. This event is in the "Family (children of all ages)" group. Library Branch: West Asheville Room: West Asheville Meeting Room Age Group: Toddler (ages 18 mos.-2 yrs.), Preschool (ages 3-5), School Age - (grades K-5), Family (children of all ages) Program Type: Story Time Event Details: Books, rhymes, songs and activities designed for the whole family. Stay afterward to socialize and play with the large building blocks and other toys. Baby sensory toys are also available. Disclaimer(s) This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop offs will not be permitted. This event is in the "Baby (ages 4 mos.-18 mos.)" group. Baby Story Time 10:30am - 11:30am Baby (ages 4 mos.-18 mos.) This event is in the "Baby (ages 4 mos.-18 mos.)" group. Library Branch: Leicester Room: Leicester Meeting Room Age Group: Baby (ages 4 mos.-18 mos.) Program Type: Story Time Event Details: A lively language enrichment story time designed for children ages 4 to 18 months.
11 am		This event is in the "Baby (ages 4 mos.-18 mos.)" group. Baby Gym 11:00am - 12:00pm Baby (ages 4 mos.-18 mos.) This event is in the "Baby (ages 4 mos.-18 mos.)" group. Library Branch: Leicester Room: Leicester Meeting Room Age Group: Baby (ages 4 mos.-18 mos.) Program Type: Drop In, Physical Activity Event Details: Drop in and play. Ball pit, toys, soft slide and structure to climb on and through. For ages 4 to 18 months.	This event is in the "Baby (ages 4 mos.-18 mos.)" group. Baby Gym 11:00am - 12:00pm Baby (ages 4 mos.-18 mos.) This event is in the "Baby (ages 4 mos.-18 mos.)" group. Library Branch: Pack Memorial Room: Pack Memorial Library Auditorium Age Group: Baby (ages 4 mos.-18 mos.) Program Type: Physical Activity Event Details: Drop in and play with other babies. Crawl through tunnels, play in ball pits, and enjoy other sensory toys. Caregivers must stay in the room. Ages 4-18 months. Disclaimer(s) This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop offs will not be permitted. The contents of this presentation are for informational purposes only. Nothing herein constitutes medical, legal, or financial advice nor is it a substitute for professional advice on any issue. You should not rely on the information received in this presentation for any important decisions, including medical, legal, or financial decisions. Always consult with an appropriate professional for specific advice related to your situation. The views and opinions expressed in this presentation do not necessarily reflect those of Buncombe County or its Public Library System.
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3 pm		This event is in the "Preschool (ages 3-5)" group. Preschool Story Time 3:30pm - 4:00pm Preschool (ages 3-5) This event is in the "Preschool (ages 3-5)" group. Library Branch: Pack Memorial Room: Pack Memorial Activity Room Age Group: Preschool (ages 3-5) Program Type: Story Time Event Details: Books, songs, rhymes and activities designed for children 3-5 years. Disclaimer(s) This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop offs will not be permitted. This event is in the "Baby (ages 4 mos.-18 mos.)" group. Baby Story Time 3:30pm - 4:30pm Baby (ages 4 mos.-18 mos.) This event is in the "Baby (ages 4 mos.-18 mos.)" group. Library Branch: Weaverville Room: Weaverville Meeting Room Age Group: Baby (ages 4 mos.-18 mos.) Program Type: Family Fun, Literacy, Story Time Event Details: Join us for a lively language enrichment story time designed for children ages 4 to 18 months. Disclaimer(s) This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop offs will not be permitted.	This event is in the "Baby (ages 4 mos.-18 mos.)" group. Baby Story Time 3:30pm - 4:00pm Baby (ages 4 mos.-18 mos.) This event is in the "Baby (ages 4 mos.-18 mos.)" group. Library Branch: West Asheville Room: West Asheville Meeting Room Age Group: Baby (ages 4 mos.-18 mos.) Program Type: Story Time Event Details: A lively language enrichment story time designed for children ages 4 to 18 months. Older siblings are always welcome. Stay afterward to socialize with other parents and let your baby play with our baby sensory toys. Disclaimer(s) This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop offs will not be permitted.		This event is in the "Adult" group. Skyland Library Knitting & Crochet Club 3:00pm - 4:30pm Adult This event is in the "Adult" group. Library Branch: South Buncombe/Skyland Room: South Buncombe/Skyland Meeting Room Age Group: Adult Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Drop In Event Details: Bring your needles or your hooks and join us for some friendly company as you work on your current project. No registration necessary; just come by the Skyland Library community room with a love of yarn!
4 pm			This event is in the "Teen (ages 12-18)" group. This event is in the "Adult" group. This event is in the "Family (children of all ages)" group. Free Sewing Repair for All with WNC Repair Cafe 4:00pm - 7:00pm Teen (ages 12-18), Adult, Family (children of all ages) This event is in the "Teen (ages 12-18)" group. This event is in the "Adult" group. This event is in the "Family (children of all ages)" group. Library Branch: Leicester Room: Leicester Meeting Room Age Group: Teen (ages 12-18), Adult, Family (children of all ages) Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Community Collaboration, Drop In, Educational, Informational Event Details: Join us for this collaborative event with WNC Repair Cafe where skilled volunteers provide FREE hands-on instruction in the art of repair including stitching, mending, buttons, zippers, and more.	This event is in the "Tween (ages 10-12)" group. Tween D&D with Raj 4:00pm - 5:45pm Tween (ages 10-12) This event is in the "Tween (ages 10-12)" group. Library Branch: Pack Memorial Room: Pack Memorial Activity Room Age Group: Tween (ages 10-12) Program Type: Games/Gaming Event Details: Calling all adventurous tweens! Join us for Dungeons & Dragons at Pack Memorial Library! All players aged 10-12 are eligible. This program is free, but you do need to register. Disclaimer(s) This event requires registration
5 pm			This event is in the "Teen (ages 12-18)" group. Dungeons & Dragons for teens (12-18) at the Weaverville Library 5:00pm - 7:00pm Teen (ages 12-18) This event is in the "Teen (ages 12-18)" group. Library Branch: Weaverville Room: Weaverville Meeting Room Age Group: Teen (ages 12-18) Program Type: Classes, Games/Gaming, Story Telling Event Details: Space for this program is limited. Registration is required. Please stop by the Weaverville Library or call 828-250-6482 to reserve your space! Disclaimer(s) This event requires registration
6 pm			This event is in the "Adult" group. TBR Book Club 6:30pm - 7:30pm Adult This event is in the "Adult" group. Library Branch: Black Mountain Room: Black Mountain Meeting Room Age Group: Adult Program Type: Book Club Event Details: The TBR (To-Be-Read) Book Club meets every month at the Black Mountain Public Library. Call or email the library for this month's selection. Disclaimer(s) Participants consuming food and beverage do so at their own risk.

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